5'11" tall and 180 lbs, in incredible physical condition for his age. Compensates for male-pattern baldness with a long pony tail. Hair and close-trimmed beard are white. Dresses in oriental-style robes or karate gi.
Shing is among the oldest members of the Righteous Fists of the Lord, a long-time Fist of legendary accomplishments now semi-retired and acting in the roles of trainer and adviser. Astonishing - and almost certainly exaggerated - stories of his prowess circulate among younger members of the order. Shing does not spread these tales himself but makes no attempt to stop or debunk them. He deliberately cultivates an air of mystery, inscrutability, and wisdom. He's fond of uttering zen-like aphorisms and refusing to explain them (there's current debate among trainees as to what profound nugget of enlightenment is hidden in the phrase, "Eat sand, wimp!"). Shing is very dedicated to training younger Fists, both physically and spiritually, and takes an active interest in their progress and lives even after they graduate.
Shing is also a member of the council that determines the order's policy and practices, sometimes acting as spokesman in any talks with government officials or other factions. In this role he's a traditionalist, conservative voice, resistant to change and insistent that the order stay out of political squabbling.
Persistent but unconfirmed rumors claim that Master Shing's real name is Arthur Pershing and that he was born in Waukesha. He resides in the order's home chantry.
PCs could encounter Master Shing in any dealings with his church/faction. He could also be a Mentor to members.
NAME: Master Shing
Age: Uncertain; looks about 60
Sex: Male
Race: looks vaguely Asian
Class: Middle
Profession: Martial Arts trainer, elder statesman
Disposition: Dignified but inscrutable
Faction(s): God's Fist
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DESCRIPTION & BACKGROUND
5'11" tall and 180 lbs, in incredible physical condition for his age. Compensates for male-pattern baldness with a long pony tail. Hair and close-trimmed beard are white. Dresses in oriental-style robes or karate gi.Shing is among the oldest members of the Righteous Fists of the Lord, a long-time Fist of legendary accomplishments now semi-retired and acting in the roles of trainer and adviser. Astonishing - and almost certainly exaggerated - stories of his prowess circulate among younger members of the order. Shing does not spread these tales himself but makes no attempt to stop or debunk them. He deliberately cultivates an air of mystery, inscrutability, and wisdom. He's fond of uttering zen-like aphorisms and refusing to explain them (there's current debate among trainees as to what profound nugget of enlightenment is hidden in the phrase, "Eat sand, wimp!"). Shing is very dedicated to training younger Fists, both physically and spiritually, and takes an active interest in their progress and lives even after they graduate.
Shing is also a member of the council that determines the order's policy and practices, sometimes acting as spokesman in any talks with government officials or other factions. In this role he's a traditionalist, conservative voice, resistant to change and insistent that the order stay out of political squabbling.
Persistent but unconfirmed rumors claim that Master Shing's real name is Arthur Pershing and that he was born in Waukesha. He resides in the order's home chantry.
PCs could encounter Master Shing in any dealings with his church/faction. He could also be a Mentor to members.
HEALTH = 8
INITIATIVE = 7
DEFENSE = 3
SPEED = 11
WEAPONS = Staff (treat as a club)
ARMOR = noneATTRIBUTES
Intelligence: 2
Wits: 2
Resolve: 2
Strength: 3
Dexterity: 3
Stamina: 3
Presence: 3
Manipulation: 2
Composure: 3
SKILLS
Mental
Academics : 0Computer : 0
Crafts : 0
Investigation : 0
Medicine : 1
Religion/Knowledge: 2
Politics : 1
Scavenge: 0
Science: 0
Physical
Athletics : 2Brawl : 5
Drive : 0
Firearms : 0
Larceny : 0
Stealth : 2
Survival : 0
Weaponry: 2
Social
Animal ken : 0Empathy : 2
Intimidation : 2
Persuasion : 2
Socialize : 0
Streetwise :
Subterfuge: 2
MERITS (should not exceed 7)
Status +2Fighting Style: Kung Fu (5)
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FLAWS
Hard of Hearing